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R20 MOE

1998 Nissan Patrol

Red Diesel 2826cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

124,139 mi
Last recorded124,139 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Nissan Patrol107,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR20 MOE
MakeNissan
ModelPatrol
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,826cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 124,139 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2024 116,696 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 108,078 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 97,339 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 88,380 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 79,113 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 70,703 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 67,734 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 65,717 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 57,082 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 46,983 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 35,662 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 35,585 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 35,585 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 35,311 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 May 2011 34,387 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 33,213 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 31,947 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 30,564 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 28,744 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 26,561 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Patrol?

Based on 80,444 MOT tests across 7,979 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
5,185
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
7,979
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,649
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,823
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 2,270
position lamp(s) not working 2,183
wheel bearing has excessive play 1,961
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R20 MOE is a 1998 Nissan Patrol in Red with a 2,826cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1998 Nissan Patrol models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 107,542 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Patrol fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 6,649 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R20 MOE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Patrol typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Nissan Patrol is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R20 MOE?

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What year was R20 MOE registered?

R20 MOE is a 1998 Nissan Patrol, first registered on 2 June 1998.

Is R20 MOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R20 MOE shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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